Overview
Lupinus 'The Pages' is a plant with a bushy habit in the genus Lupinus, part of the Fabaceae family, with deciduous foliage. Lupinus 'The Pages' grows best in full sun, and tolerates loam and sand soils and acid and neutral pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H6. Suggested uses include cottage and informal garden, coastal and patio and container plants.
About
Lupinus 'The Pages' is a bushy cultivar of the Lupinus genus, which belongs to the legume family Fabaceae. This deciduous plant thrives in full sun and is suitable for both exposed and sheltered locations, preferring west-facing aspects. It grows best in well-drained loam or sandy soils with acid to neutral pH. Hardy to UK zone H6, 'The Pages' is well suited to cottage and informal gardens, coastal settings, as well as patio and container planting. Propagation is by seed.
About the genus
Lupinus, commonly known as lupin, lupine, or regionally bluebonnet, is a genus of plants in the legume family Fabaceae. The genus includes over 199 species, with centres of diversity in North and South America. Smaller centres occur in North Africa and the Mediterranean.
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Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Lupinus
- Sunlight
- Full sun
- Soil type
- Loam, Sand
- Soil pH
- Acid, Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Well-drained
- Aspect
- West-facing
- Exposure
- Exposed, Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H6
Plant details
Lupinus 'The Pages' size, habit and characteristics
- Habit
- Bushy
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Suggested uses
- Cottage and informal garden, Coastal, Patio and container plants
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Lupinus 'The Pages'
- Propagation
- Seed
- Pest resistance
- Slugs, Snails, Aphids
- Disease resistance
- Powdery mildews, Lupin anthracnose, Virus diseases
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Lupinus 'The Pages'?
Lupinus 'The Pages' prefers full sun. It suits exposed and sheltered positions.
What soil does Lupinus 'The Pages' need?
Lupinus 'The Pages' grows best in loam and sand soil. It prefers acid and neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays well-drained.
Is Lupinus 'The Pages' hardy in the UK?
Lupinus 'The Pages' has an RHS hardiness rating of H6, meaning it is very hardy, tolerating -20 to -15°C across most of the UK.
How do I propagate Lupinus 'The Pages'?
Seed.
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More in the Lupinus genus
- Lupinus albifronssilver lupine
- Lupinus arboreustree lupin
- Lupinus polyphyllusbigleaf lupin
- Lupinus polyphyllus 'Downer's Delight'Large-Leaved Lupine
- Lupinus polyphyllus 'Pink Pearls'Garden Lupin
- Lupinus albifrons var. douglasiiSilver Lupine
- Lupinus ornatusLupin